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FL S0270
Bill
Status
Failed
3/8/2024
Primary Sponsor
Criminal Justice
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AI Summary
- Prohibits any person from willfully and knowingly propelling a potentially lethal projectile over or across private land without authorization, classified as a third-degree felony under Florida's trespass statute (s. 810.09)
- Defines "potentially lethal projectile" as any projectile launched from a firearm, bow, crossbow, or similar tensile device
- Broadens the existing law by removing the prior requirement that the projectile be connected to taking, killing, or endangering animals; the prohibition now applies regardless of purpose
- Provides three exceptions: government agents acting in official duties, persons lawfully defending life or property, and situations where the discharge does not pose a reasonably foreseeable risk to life, safety, or property
- Effective date of October 1, 2024
Legislative Description
Lethal Projectiles Over or Across Private Lands
Last Action
Died in Rules
3/8/2024
Committee Referrals
Rules2/1/2024
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